How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG872 - Cannot create agreement; items not awarded

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 872

• Message text: Cannot create agreement; items not awarded

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG872 - Cannot create agreement; items not awarded ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG872 indicates that there is an issue with creating a transportation agreement because the items in the agreement have not been awarded. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when trying to create or manage transportation agreements.
  Cause:
  
  Items Not Awarded: The primary cause of this error is that the items you are trying to include in the agreement have not been awarded to a carrier. In SAP TM, an award process is necessary to assign transportation requests or freight orders to specific carriers.
  Incomplete Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the transportation request or freight order that prevents the system from recognizing the items as awarded.
  Status Issues: The status of the transportation request or freight order may not be appropriate for creating an agreement. For example, if the items are still in a planning or draft state, they may not be eligible for agreement creation.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the SAP TM system that affect how agreements and awards are processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Award the Items: Ensure that the items you are trying to include in the agreement have been awarded to a carrier. You can do this by going to the relevant transportation request or freight order and completing the award process.
  Check Item Status: Verify the status of the items. Make sure they are in a state that allows for agreement creation (e.g., confirmed or awarded).
  Review Data Completeness: Check that all necessary data for the transportation request or freight order is complete and correct. This includes carrier selection, pricing, and any other relevant details.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP TM configuration team to ensure that the system is set up correctly for creating agreements and that all necessary settings are in place.
  Error Logs: Check the application logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP TM documentation for guidance on the agreement creation process and the award process.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.